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Scrag_End
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Scrag_End says:
Hi all, A general question to all you online users. I'm eventually set up online with my PS3 through a Wireless connection and have all my updates etc both for PS3 and RFOM. But I seem to have a problem staying connected to the PSN. Internet connection is fine, I've opened up ports on my router, DMZ and all that. But going online is sporadic, ie Saturday night could not get on for love or money (around 11pm) whereas last night (Sunday 10ish) no problem but every now and again get booted from PSN and therefore lose connection in RFOM. Is it my set up or do others find PSN connection a fickle beast ?
14/01/2008
Narre Warren, VIC
ehermo
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ehermo says:
I'm finding staying connected a problem also. Sunday at around 11:pm, I had trouble staying connected to the PSN. And I recently changed ISP, so I'm thinking it was my new ISP. But I never really have a problem surfing the net. I can only think that maybe they are doing something to the PSN, hopefully upgrading it.

On a side note, has anyone noticed lately, that a lot of the online games for COD4, you have one bar for internet connection when playing? Game after game last night, I would get just one bar. And lately, I sometimes get a message that I can't connect to IW online matches.
14/01/2008
Bankstown, N.S.W.
crazynites
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crazynites says:
How far away is your wireless router/modem from the PS3, try moving it closer & see if it makes a difference.
14/01/2008
Melbourne, Victoria
Scrag_End
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Scrag_End says:
Signal strength is between 85 & 95%, about 10m away through 1 plasterboard wall. Also have Wii connected but no problems on that. Always have Internet connection on PS3 just PSN drop outs.
14/01/2008
Narre Warren, VIC
Luke4123
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Luke4123 says:
So what brand router do you have?
14/01/2008
Iη ƒ®ønt õf mÿ PS3 [ßrisbane]
crazynites
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crazynites says:

Scrag_End said: Signal strength is between 85 & 95%, about 10m away through 1 plasterboard wall. Also have Wii connected but no problems on that. Always have Internet connection on PS3 just PSN drop outs.



I have a similiar setup & actually have problems the other way around, its my Wii that has the occassionaly problem online but Havent had any problems with PSN on the PS3
14/01/2008
Melbourne, Victoria
Scrag_End
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Scrag_End says:
Netgear DG843PN, like I said port forwarding done for the main PS ports as found in most forums, PS3 in DMZ as well.
14/01/2008
Narre Warren, VIC
iddy
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iddy says:
would a scrolling ip adress do this..?
can psn keep up with a changing ip adress..?
i hope it can.. im getting broadband installed this week.. and it's not a static ip..
14/01/2008
Wellington, NZ [PSN: serendipiddy]
Scrag_End
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Scrag_End says:
I haven't a static IP with my ISP either, the IP however is static between my router and the PS3. So you should be okay, look out when you go online... cause once you do you're hooked, I'm only on RFOM at the moment but COD4 seems the way to go !
14/01/2008
Narre Warren, VIC
iddy
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iddy says:
lol, ill be careful

that eases another of my broadband worries.. nxt is what modem they send me ..

..i worry too much!
14/01/2008
Wellington, NZ [PSN: serendipiddy]
pollyemu28
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pollyemu28 says:
Im still waiting for my ps3 via redemption but have just gone out and bought a wireless modem router to connect to PSN. It is a

Billion 7401VP / VGP-M
VoIP (802.11g) ADSL2+ Modem/Router

Does anyone else use this modem. Hopefully it will work fine.
Havent done any online gaming before but cant wait and hope my setup runs OK.



14/01/2008
South Australia
1up
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1up says:
^

It'll be fine dude, chill.
14/01/2008
Cardboard box. PSN: Mchappymeal
pollyemu28
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pollyemu28 says:
fair enough, Im just a bit too keen maybe. ha ha!!!
14/01/2008
South Australia
Scrag_End
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Scrag_End says:
Well, last night I get online (eventually), connection through to PSN, didn't get disconnected once from it !. Go figure !, did get two disconnections from network on RFOM though (on Worldwide servers) so can live with that. Especially seeing as I WON my first online Deathmatch ! Then got thrashed in the next...but who cares !
15/01/2008
Narre Warren, VIC
Cathy70111
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Cathy70111 says:
Can anyone help with connecting PS3 to internet. I have telstra broadband home networking wireless modem connected to pc. I have setup ps3 and can get internet - I can download game etc but cannot play - why???

I am using a usb adapter
15/01/2008
Tasmania
Scrag_End
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Scrag_End says:
Hey Cathy, when you say you can't play, play what ? If you mean the game you downloaded (presumably on your PS3) have you 'installed it' ? If not highlight the game, hit 'triangle' button for options and it should enable you to install the game.
15/01/2008
Narre Warren, VIC
Cathy70111
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Cathy70111 says:
The internet comes up okay and then I say I want to download a game at www.Mechquest.com - it comes up okay on the tv but I cannot play as it will not allow me to enter the game. Why?
I thought I would be able to use the PS3 as a normal pc am I wrong?
15/01/2008
Tasmania
billz1508
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billz1508 says:
yeh i find i can connect with ps3 even with bout 65%. bit with Wii which is only 3 metres away it hardly connnects.
15/01/2008
Melbourne, Victoria
Scrag_End
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Scrag_End says:
Cathy, what are you downloading from Mechquest ? I doubt its a PS3 game from that site but in fact a PC game and therefore can not be played on the PS3 (others correct me if I am wrong). If you want to download stuff to play on the PS3 then go to the PSN (Playstation Network) and get Demos or buy games through there. The PS3 can be used to surf the net & stream music and videos like a PC but actual games must be specifically for the PS3.
15/01/2008
Narre Warren, VIC
Cathy70111
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Cathy70111 says:
Thanks Scrag_End
That is exactly what I needed to know. I assumed that the PS3 would work like a normal PC - stupid me.
15/01/2008
Tasmania
Scrag_End
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Scrag_End says:  
No worries Cathy, theres a few demos on the PSN, Burnout is a good one and I'm sure you'll find heaps more. Have fun !
15/01/2008
Narre Warren, VIC
lunithy
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lunithy says:
The ps3 can run a different OS like linux, then it would work more like a pc.
15/01/2008
northen rivers NSW
 
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